Record amounts of rain fell in the Oshkosh area just prior to the official start of this year’s AirVenture, leaving campers scurrying for mud-less places to pitch tents and park RVs. By Sunday however, the sun shone brightly, almost as a sign of the week of mild temperatures to follow. In fact, no more than an occasional sprinkle from above interrupted AirVenture’s celebration of this, its 50th year at Oshkosh Wittman Regional Airport (OSH). A look at the data from the show is really the best way to see the impact the nation’s largest air show has on the local and worldwide aviation community.
The Numbers Are in For AirVenture 2019
Key Takeaways:
- AirVenture 2019, celebrating its 50th year at Oshkosh, attracted approximately 642,000 visitors—a nearly 7% increase—and generated $170 million for the local economy, despite initial weather challenges.
- The event showcased immense aviation activity, recording over 10,000 aircraft landings, 16,807 operations, and 2,758 aircraft on display, including record numbers of homebuilt aircraft.
- Beyond the grounds, AirVenture demonstrated vast engagement, reaching over 17.6 million people via social media, benefiting from over 5,500 volunteers, and raising more than $2.8 million for aviation education.
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